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Simultaneous Bilateral Thoracoscopy During the Nuss Procedure is Safe, Effective, and Allows for Optimal Visualization of the Bar Passer Throughout the Substernal Dissection

Cardiac injury during the Nuss procedure is a rare risk that can lead to a catastrophic outcome. The specific aim of this pilot study was to...

Effect of peritoneal drainage on the prognosis following appendectomy in pediatric patients with appendicitis: a retrospective study based on appendicitis grade

Abstract Background This study aimed to assess the impact of peritoneal drainage and its type on prognosis, encompassing postoperative recovery...

Current Practice of Laparoscopic Surgery for Choledochal Cyst in Children -A Survey on Opinion and Experience Among IPEG Members

Laparoscopic resection of choledochal cyst (CC) has become a popular approach. As the discussion about optimal treatment and technical strategies...

Assessment of the utility of two-dimensional shear wave elastography and superb microvascular imaging in postoperative patients with biliary atresia

Abstract Purpose We aimed to investigate whether prediction of liver fibrosis using two-dimensional shear wave elastography (2D-SWE) and vascular...

Management Strategies and Outcomes of Distal Congenital Esophageal Strictures in the Setting of Long-gap Esophageal Atresia

The management of neonates with long-gap esophageal atresia (LGEA) combined with distal congenital esophageal strictures (CES) is challenging. We...

Reducing MRCP Utilization Through a “Surgery First” Approach for Pediatric Choledocholithiasis: A CARES Working Group Retrospective Study

Choledocholithiasis in children is rising and frequently managed with an endoscopy-first (EF) approach that utilizes endoscopic retrograde...

Pediatric Outcomes After Robotic Median Arcuate Ligament Release, Celiac Ganglionectomy, and Lymphadenectomy

Median arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS) is a neurovascular disorder characterized by gastrointestinal symptoms due to celiac artery and ganglion...

Proposing the Retrosternal Angle as a Diagnostic Measure for Banana Sternum in Pectus Excavatum

Anteriorly convex sternum in pectus excavatum, also known as banana sternum (BS), influences decision-making during repair and, especially, the...

Same-Day Discharge for Elective Pediatric Laparoscopic Gastrostomy Tube Insertion is Safe and Increasing in Frequency; A NSQIP Pediatric Retrospective Review 2017 to 2021

There is limited literature reviewing same-day discharge for elective pediatric gastrostomy tube placement. Our aim was to assess the outcomes and...

Laparoscopic Versus Open Ladd Procedure for Midgut Malrotation

Intestinal malrotation is an uncommon developmental anomaly that can lead to duodenal obstruction and midgut volvulus. The standard correctional...

Patient Safety and Radiation Exposure in Transcystic Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploration: A CARES Working Group Multicenter Study

Treatment of choledocholithiasis with laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) and intraoperative cholangiogram (IOC) ± transcystic laparoscopic common...

Reply to Letter to the Editor Regarding: Pediatric Firearm Trauma on the Rise

We are grateful for this interest in our work by Daungsupawong and Wiwanitkit and wholeheartedly agree with the commentary. A better understanding...

Morphological changes in the biliary mucosa in pediatric patients with congenital biliary dilatation are more influenced by the duration of amylase exposure than by amylase levels in the gallbladder

Abstract Purpose We investigated the relationship between bile amylase (AMY) levels and biliary epithelial changes in pancreaticobiliary...

Prediction Model for Outpatient Opioid Use Following the Minimally Invasive Repair of Pectus Excavatum

To minimize unused outpatient opioids while providing adequate pain control, we sought to create a model to predict outpatient opioid use...

Animal and organoid models to elucidate the anti-fibrotic effect of steroid on biliary atresia

Abstract Purpose We performed animal and organoid study to evaluate the anti-fibrotic effect of steroid on biliary atresia (BA) and the underlying...

Short- and Long-Term Outcomes of Thoracoscopic and Open Repair for Esophageal Atresia and Tracheoesophageal Fistula

The aim was to evaluate short- and long-term outcomes for thoracoscopic repair of EA/TEF and compare with open repair.

Evaluating perioperative stresses in children by noninvasive modalities using salivary cortisol and autonomic reactivity

Abstract Purpose Salivary cortisol (SalC) and low to high pulse ratio (LHR) were used for evaluating perioperative stresses in children. Methods...

Does Ultrasound Reliably Identify Perforated Appendicitis in Young Children?

Although acute appendicitis (AA) ranks among the most common surgical emergencies, its diagnosis remains a challenge in children [1,2]. Dealing...

The Impact of Pediatric Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair in a Community Based Children's Ambulatory Surgery Center – It's Safe and Effective

Pediatric surgery in a free-standing children's ambulatory surgery center (C-ASC) is a common practice. The implementation of minimally invasive...

Better standardized care for total colonic Hirschsprung disease

Dr. Marc Levitt and colleagues are authoring guidelines for diagnosis and management of children with total colonic Hirschsprung disease to help...

Long-term follow-up in congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Publication date: August 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 4Author(s): Jessica C. Pollack, Laura E. Hollinger, Terry L....

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Postoperative Hydration in Children Using Intermittent Boluses of Balanced Salt Solution: Results of a Randomized Control Trial

Postoperative maintenance fluids are traditionally provided via hypotonic dextrose containing fluids administered intravenously by continuous...

Cardiac function in congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Publication date: August 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 4Author(s): Gabriel Altit, Anie Lapointe, Florian...

Ventilator strategies in congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Publication date: August 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 4Author(s): Shaun M. Kunisaki, Suneetha Desiraju, Michelle J....

Congenital diaphragmatic hernia-associated pulmonary hypertension

Publication date: August 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 4Author(s): Kylie I. Holden, Natalie E. Rintoul, Patrick J....

Scar Perception in School-aged Children After Major Surgery in Infancy

The long-term effects of childhood surgery scars on health status, quality of life (QoL), self-esteem, and body image remain uncertain. This study...

Approaches to nutrition and feeding in congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Publication date: August 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 4Author(s): Rebecca Pulvirenti, Hanneke IJsselstjin,...

Exploring the state of the art and science in congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Publication date: August 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 4Author(s): Matthew T. Harting, Kevin P. Lally

The role of ECLS in the management of congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Publication date: August 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 4Author(s): Yigit S. Guner, JD Hammond, Sarah Keene, Brian Gray

Functional Outcome in Patients With Anorectal Malformation With Recto-prostatic or Recto-bulbar Urethral Fistula and Comparison Between Different Surgical Approaches: A Multi-center Study

To analyze and compare the outcomes in patients with anorectal malformation with rectoprostatic and rectourethral fistula between...

Surgical approaches to congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Publication date: August 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 4Author(s): Sarah King, Benjamin D.E. Carr, George B....

Cellular origins and translational approaches to congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Publication date: August 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 4Author(s): Marietta Jank, Fabian Doktor, Augusto Zani,...

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The promise and pitfalls of care standardization in congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Publication date: August 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 4Author(s): Alexandra Dimmer, Rebecca Stark, Erik D....

Children’s surgery and the emergency, critical, and operative care resolution: immediate actions to eliminate disparities in surgical anesthesia and perioperative care for all children

Abstract 1.7 billion children lack access to surgical care worldwide. The emergency, critical, and operative care (ECO) resolution represents a...